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Musk, OpenAI lawyers begin closing arguments in landmark trial that could shape AI's future

Lawyers for Elon Musk and OpenAI began closing arguments Thursday in the landmark trial whose outcome could shape the future of artificial intelligence

The Independent UK

Elon Musk's court battle against OpenAI enters homestretch

A crucial trial involving Elon Musk and OpenAI is concluding. Musk accuses OpenAI leaders of betraying its founding mission for personal gain. Lawyers are presenting closing arguments. The jury's decision could significantly impact OpenAI's future. The case highlights public concerns about AI's growing influence and potential risks.

The Economic Times

Elon Musk's 'Hair-Raising' Conditions: Sam Altman Details Starlink CEO's 'Uncomfortable' Requests for OpenAI

Sam Altman told a California jury Elon Musk made 'hair-raising' demands to control OpenAI, including future control ideas. Musk is suing over its for-profit structure, seeking over $100B.

International Business Times UK

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Beware what you tell your AI chatbot. It’s not a shrink – it’s a snitch

In a case of ‘oh dear diary’, the OpenAI president Greg Brockman is having to read extracts from his musings about Elon Musk in court. It’s a terrifying reminder that what’s divulged to AI really isn’t private, writes Arwa Mahdawi

The Guardian - UK

Sam Altman rejects Musk's "stolen charity" claims in court showdown

Altman testified in Elon Musk's case against him, OpenAI and Microsoft.

Axios

Elon Musk, Sam Altman and the world's billionaires are terrified of the Google AI genius behind a 25-year-old computer game, because they think he might actually end up controlling god

"There is a very low probability of a good future if someone doesn't slow Demis down."

PC Gamer

Sam Altman defends OpenAI in courtroom showdown with Elon Musk

The OpenAI chief rejects claims he deceived Elon Musk as high-stakes AI trial nears its end

The Guardian - US

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OpenAI chief Altman says Elon Musk wanted control of ChatGPT maker, denies betrayal

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman denied Elon Musk's accusations of betraying the company's founding mission. Altman testified that Musk pursued control and financial gain from OpenAI. The ongoing trial could shape OpenAI's future and its potential trillion-dollar valuation. Musk is seeking substantial damages and the removal of Altman and Greg Brockman…

The Economic Times

OpenAI chief Altman denies Elon Musk's claim he betrayed ChatGPT maker's mission

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman faces Elon Musk in court today. Musk accuses Altman of abandoning OpenAI's public good mission for profit. The trial could shape OpenAI's future and its leadership. Musk seeks damages and the removal of Altman and Greg Brockman. Testimony from key figures is ongoing. The case highlights…

The Economic Times

"It was sort of amateur city": Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella believes Sam Altman was fired out of jealousy, not for being consistently candid in his communications

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella testified in the ongoing Musk v. Altman trial, indicating that the billionaire didn't raise any issues about the partnership and investments despite having his phone number.

Windows Central

In trial pitting him against Elon Musk, nobody has more to lose than OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

Aa a high-stakes trial pits Elon Musk against Sam Altman, the OpenAI CEO is facing intense scrutiny over his leadership. Testimony reveals accusations of dishonesty and resistance to oversight, potentially impacting Altman's future and the AI industry's public image amidst major IPOs.

The Economic Times

In a trial pitting him against Elon Musk, nobody has more to lose than OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

In a trial featuring a clash between Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, neither of the tech titans has emerged as an overly sympathetic character

The Independent UK

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella 'proud' of profit-making OpenAI investment

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella testified in Elon Musk's lawsuit. Musk claims OpenAI betrayed its nonprofit mission. Nadella expressed pride in Microsoft's profitable investment. The trial reveals internal strife among AI leaders. Musk seeks OpenAI's return to nonprofit status. Nadella stated Microsoft's investment helped create a large nonprofit. Internal documents suggest…

The Economic Times

Former OpenAI executive Sutskever discloses nearly $7 billion stake in AI firm

Ilya Sutskever testified about Sam Altman's alleged dishonesty. He spent a year collecting evidence of Altman's behavior. This testimony is part of a legal battle between OpenAI and Elon Musk. Musk is suing OpenAI and Microsoft. He claims OpenAI abandoned its nonprofit mission. The trial could shape OpenAI's future. Sutskever's…

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The Guardian - US

‘A consistent pattern of lying’: Musk v OpenAI trial exposes what insiders think of Sam Altman

The trial has exposed even more details about OpenAI’s fractious corporate past than previously documented

The Economic Times

Microsoft boss Satya Nadella to testify on his role in OpenAI's founding

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is expected to take the stand Monday in Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI, to explain emails that revealed how his company funded the ChatGPT creator's shift from philanthropic organisation to for-profit AI giant. He will rely on recently disclosed Microsoft emails from January 2018 to demonstrate…

The Guardian - US

What I saw at the Musk-OpenAI trial: petty billionaires, protests and a stern judge

Showdown between Musk and Altman has rendered the world’s most wealthy comical under egalitarian eye of court

The Economic Times

Musk, Altman management styles under fire at OpenAI trial

Testimony in the OpenAI feud revealed criticisms of Elon Musk's technical competency and temper, while Sam Altman faced accusations of dishonesty and integrity deficiencies from former board members. Jurors are weighing the credibility of both tech leaders as the trial delves into OpenAI's history and leadership disputes.

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International Business Times UK

Elon Musk's 'Mole' or Mother of Four? Shivon Zilis Tells Court How Starlink CEO Offered Sperm Donation

Elon Musk's involvement in OpenAI's legal case takes a personal turn as Shivon Zilis testifies about their children and Musk's offer to donate sperm, highlighting boardroom and personal conflicts.

The Independent UK

Mother of 4 of Elon Musk’s kids takes the stand in OpenAI trial and reveals details about their personal relationship

Shivon Zilis, 40, insisted her relationship with Musk never influenced her judgment as an OpenAI board member

The Guardian - US

Shivon Zilis, mother of four of Elon Musk’s children, testifies in OpenAI trial

Zilis, an executive at Musk’s brain implant startup Neuralink, served on OpenAI’s board from 2020 to 2023

PC Gamer

Elon Musk said Gabe Newell gets 'two thumbs up from me' for the OpenAI board but Jeff Bezos is 'clueless'

Newell was among the "top suggestions for board members" made to Musk.

International Business Times UK

OpenAI Co-Founder Testifies He Feared Elon Musk 'Would Attack' Him Physically in Clash

Greg Brockman told a court he feared Elon Musk might attack him during a tense 2017 clash over OpenAI's direction.

Fortune

The Elon Musk-OpenAI trial is producing more heat than light in the debate over who should control AI

The trial has had a few bombshell moments, but is unlikely to impact where AI is heading—or who controls it.

The Guardian - US

OpenAI president’s ‘deeply personal’ diary becomes focus in Musk’s case against Altman

Greg Brockman has faced questions about his emails, texts and writings in his personal diary in second week of the trial

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